• Episode 56- The Art of Writing Short Stories

  • Sep 19 2024
  • Length: 52 mins
  • Podcast

Episode 56- The Art of Writing Short Stories

  • Summary

  • Join hosts Jaime Vendera and Karisa DeLay on this captivating episode of the All Ways Write Podcast, as they delve into the enchanting world of short story writing. Explore the nuances that distinguish short stories from other literary forms, including flash fiction, microfiction, vignettes, sudden fiction, and novellas, with vivid examples like Hemingway's famous six-word tale and Kate Chopin's "The Story of an Hour". Discover how serialized storytelling, such as Andy Weir's "The Martian", captivates audiences through suspenseful chapter releases.

    Our hosts dissect key elements of crafting short stories, from plotting and characterization to setting and conflict resolution. They discuss historical examples like "The Jataka Tales" and "The Thousand and One Nights" and explore modern classics like "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson. Learn about the potential for publishing and profiting from short stories, and how famed works like "A Christmas Carol" and "The Gift of the Magi" have achieved enduring success.

    Whether you're a seasoned author or an aspiring writer, this episode provides invaluable insights into crafting impactful narratives that linger in readers' minds. Tune in to All Ways Write Podcast and embark on a journey through the artful simplicity and profound depth of writing short stories.

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    Jamie Vendera's website: www.jaimevendera.com

    Karisa DeLay's website: www.karisadelay.com

    Thank you for tuning in to this episode! We hope you enjoy the conversation and find inspiration for your own writing journey.

    Keywords: Short story writing, flash fiction, microfiction, vignettes, novella, publishing, narrative structure, characterization, Jaime Vendera, Karisa DeLay, The Martian, The Lottery.

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